Centrelink online account help - Upload documents
Instructions on how to upload and submit documents using your Centrelink online account.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
How much JobSeeker Payment you can get
We pay JobSeeker Payment every 2 weeks. The amount you get depends on your personal situation.
Asset types
Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.
Advance payment
You may get part of your income support payment or Family Tax Benefit (Part A) early. This is an advance payment. You pay it back later out of your payments from us.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Exclusions from enhanced Income Management
You may get an exclusion from enhanced Income Management if you are a vulnerable young person.
What to report if you need to report income to Centrelink
We need to know the gross income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.